American consumers - especially EV buyers - are the real payers in Trump's U.S.-Japan tariff deal, warns economist Steve Rattner. Tariffs on Japanese autos don't hurt Japan; they're passed through higher prices at U.S. dealerships. Even American-made EVs using Japanese parts may see cost increases. Though the deal includes Japanese investments, there's no guarantee of job gains. Increased EV prices could slow clean-tech adoption, underscoring the hidden costs of trade policy.
Electric vehicles reduce not only exhaust emissions but also brake dust - a major urban pollutant. A recent EIT Urban Mobility study in London, Milan, and Barcelona found EVs cut brake-dust pollution by 83% due to regenerative braking, significantly improving air quality. While heavier EVs slightly increase tire wear, non-exhaust emissions (brake, tire, road dust) still drop by ~38% overall. Better health, cleaner cities - a win for electrification.
Since launching his second presidential term, Donald Trump has taken aggressive steps to re-energize the U.S. fossil fuel sector—reviving coal plants, approving pipelines, expanding mining leases, and slashing renewable energy incentives. Yet a recent report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) confirms that renewables remain dramatically cheaper and more efficient than coal, oil, or gas-challenging the economic logic behind the fossil-fuel revival."
Incat Tasmania lands a record-breaking contract to build two all-electric 129-meter ferries for Denmark's Molslinjen. Each high-speed catamaran will carry 1,483 passengers and 500 cars, powered by a 45 MWh battery. This milestone highlights maritime electrification's role in global decarbonization and marks a major win for Australia's clean tech exports. A bold step toward zero-emission coastal transport.
Electric supercars are struggling. With high-performance mainstream EVs like Hyundai's Ioniq 5 N offering 0‑60 mph in ~3.4 sec for ~$68K, buyers don't see value in paying 7‑figure sums for marginal gains. Supercar brands like Rimac, Koenigsegg, Pagani, Ferrari, and Lamborghini report flat demand for full-EV hypercars. Enthusiasts miss engine sound, emotion, and unique tactile feel -EVs excel in speed but lack character."
14 Oct 2025 | 24M Technologies claims its SemiSolid battery design could enable 1,000-mile EV range. The architecture promises higher energy density, lower costs, and improved safety, but remains in development. Real-world deployment depends on materials, manufacturing scalability, and market demand. If successful, it could redefine electric mobility.
The Twilight of Strongmen: Who Falls First - Xi, Putin, or Trump?
14 Oct 2025 | Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump each face rising strain despite their dominance. Xi’s grip on China remains firm but brittle, dependent on personal control and secrecy. Putin's regime, weakened by war and elite fatigue, is most likely to collapse first. Trump's fate rests with U.S. institutions and elections. Among the three, Putin risks falling first, Trump next, while Xi remains the most insulated - for now.
13 Oct 2025 | California broke its ZEV sales record in Q3 2025, hitting 124,755 units and 29.1% market share. The surge was fueled by expiring federal incentives, but sustained by state infrastructure, rebates, and growing model diversity. Tesla's dominance is waning as non-Tesla brands gain ground. With 200,000+ public chargers and a 35% ZEV target by 2026, California's EV market shows lasting momentum and offers a blueprint for national adoption.
13 Oct 2025 | The Las Vegas Review-Journal editorial warns of rising costs from clean energy, but critics argue renewables are now cheaper than fossil fuels. Infrastructure upgrades and legacy fuel contracts - not solar or wind - drive higher bills. Fossil fuels carry hidden costs like pollution and health impacts. Clean energy investments are transitional and necessary. The real challenge is managing the shift, not avoiding it. Clinging to fossil fuels is costlier long-term.
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